Applying Medical Loss Ratio to Dental Insurance: Considerations for Legislators

…for a dental PPO and $20 a month for a dental HMO. Despite this huge money gap, dental and medical plans perform most of the same administrative tasks. Professional insurance…

Oral & Overall Health – PREGNANCY

…self-perceived oral health and dental visit patterns. However, the low rate of dental visits during pregnancy highlights the need for better integration of dental care into prenatal care. International Dental…

NADP Foundation Announces 2026 Grants

NADP Foundation Announces 2026 Grants The National Association of Dental Plans (NADP) Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2026 grant awards, supporting innovative projects that improve access…

Introducing Talking Strategy

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NADP Condemns Deceptive Digital Marketing Tactics

…and its member plans is to improve consumer access to affordable, quality dental care through advocacy, research, and the promotion of dental benefits. To advance its mission, NADP highlights the…

Jacquie Baker

…variety of roles during her 33-years at Anthem Dental, including Dental Service Representative, Quality Assurance Administration and Dental Network Management. She possesses dental experience in healthcare administration and the skills…

NADP Announces Resignation and Planned Transition for Executive Director

…her time with the Association in August 2022, marking the end of 10 years of service. Augustini’s accomplishments for NADP and the dental benefits industry include: Representing the dental benefits…

NADP Pulse – June 2022

…key NADP activities designed to provide value to our members as we advance the dental benefits industry. Please contact me if you have any questions regarding the direction of NADP….

NADP Advocacy Delivers Wins for Dental Benefits and Oral Health

…dental benefits system and support access to affordable, high-quality oral healthcare. NADP advocated for common sense legislation that provides clarity around how dental benefits are delivered, while also helping to…

OR Advisory Committee Recommends Embedding in Standard Exchange Plans

…with embedded dental in order to participate on the Exchange. Medical carriers could also offer additional non-standard plans, which are allowed to omit the dental benefits. The concern from an…